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Title:

Skill Training and Employment Program (STEP) for Youth

Agreement Number:

19547967

Agreement Value:

$3,095,252.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 9, 2026 - Mar 26, 2027

Description:

The objectives of the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy Program (YESSP) are to help all youth navigate through the labour market and to successfully transition into sustained employment. These objectives are attained by supporting the needs of all youth, especially youth facing barriers to develop skills, knowledge and networks through education, skills development and meaningful work experiences.

Organization:

Employment and Social Development Canada

Expected Results:

The expected outcomes of YESSP are: • Youth have access to programs that allow them to acquire the skills, learning experiences and opportunities they need to find and maintain employment or return to school; and .• Youth are employed, in education, or in further employment services and interventions..

Location:

Toronto, Ontario, CA M5V 0M3

Reference Number:

014-2025-2026-Q4-02135

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

820160513

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Operating Name:

Casa Foundation

Recipient's Legal Name:

Casa Foundation for International Development

Federal Riding Name:

Spadina Harbourfront

Federal Riding Number:

35100

Program:

Youth Employment and Skills Strategy

Program Purpose:

The purpose of the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy Program (YESSP) is to provide Canadian youth, with information, skills, supports, work experience and networks to help them prepare for and successfully transition to employment.

Coverage:

National